It is a fact that most people who are selling their home, are usually either upgrading or downsizing. Those who are upgrading might be moving into a more prestigious suburb, perhaps closer to schools and regularly used amenities or preparing for a growing family. Those who are downsizing can include ‘empty-nesters’ who could feel the...Read More→

Before the chill arrives, start thinking about how you can create a living room that’s the perfect winter retreat. Cosy, plush and warm are all features you want to see in the ideal winter living room. If you’re craving the ultimate living space to suit your needs this winter, we have a few ideas to...Read More→

Buyers chasing the Australian dream of the perfect house want a neighbourhood where they can stroll to the shops, walk the kids to school and bump into their neighbours. When it comes to our everyday lives, there’s nothing more annoying than having to jump into the car to pick up a carton of milk or...Read More→

Autumn may be the ideal time to move. Not too hot, not too cold — it's just right! Having said that, there are some unique conditions to consider. Make your upcoming move a breeze by reading through some top tips for an autumnal move.

Wet areas can be the site of all sorts of household crises, from leaks to mould. Regular maintenance is a must. We spoke to the founder and owner of Metropolitan Plumbing, Electrical and Air Conditioning, David Ellingsen, to understand some of the key signs your kitchen or bathroom could be due for repair.

The year has only just begun. Yet, with the pandemic and lockdown restrictions behind us, 2022 is already shaping up to be a huge year in interior style and design trends. So, if you’re a trendsetter or a trend seeker wondering what's hot right now, here are the top trends dominating the interior design world that can be achieved on any budget.

The moment a real estate agent offers a prospective price for your property is filled with both anticipation and anxiety. Most owners have pretty firmly held views of their own on what they think their property is worth. But the rubber really hits the road when agents give their expert assessments.

If there’s a boom, then pundits claim a bust just around the corner. We’ve heard this a thousand times but the information is too general to help you decide whether it’s a good time to upsize, downsize or buy your first home. It’s important to shut out the noise and focus on your local area. Australia isn’t one huge market of boom-bust cycles but thousands of micro-markets in which property performs slightly differently.

The demand for property during Covid caught many people by surprise as buyers optimistic for the future poured into a market suffering from a lack of homes for sale.  The supply and demand equation is only part of the real estate picture. We have record-low interest rates supplemented with federal and state government saving schemes, tax discounts and grants of $25,000 and more for first-time buyers.

If you are concerned about this new APRA ruling, we suggest that you talk to your bank or mortgage broker and discuss the impact on your situation. For buyers about to seek a home loan, below are some of the essential documents and details you will need to pull together as part of the application. We hope you find our guide useful.

Investing in real estate isn’t just about finding a great property. You’ve got to make the numbers work or you’ll be seriously out of pocket. Many investors choose to be a landlord in their own neighbourhood while others buy further afield to take advantage of strong capital growth and rental yields.

It’s a great feeling when you put the ‘Sold’ sticker across the signboard on your home and have found a motivated buyer who can’t move in fast enough. Now, you face a big question: should you begin a deadline-driven search for a new home and risk rushing into a deal, or find a rental and take your time.